A Question for the Ages

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Dear Readers: Since we're in quiz mode...

We've all heard that old saying:

"What came first, the chicken or the egg?"

So... I ask you now, which comes first...
Which one must it be?




"The chicken"...

 or "the egg"?





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Editor's Comment:
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Yes, yes, there is a quite legitimate answer to this timeworn question.
Hint: Think outside the box.

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